Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12 MP CMOS Digital Camera with Full 1080p HD Video: Can anyone comment on this new model of Canon camera?
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mine wouldnt focus, it mustve been defective. see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0xpIp2u2cg
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I would say that it is but then again it depends on what you're looking for. I exchanged the 100 hs for the 300 hs. The 300 hs offers optical zoom during video and a greater zoom range. I love the size of it which is a bit smaller than the 100 hs, but i found the buttons are alot easier to use than the 100 hs. I also think the +.1 f stop makes a difference in pictures and allows for brighter pictures. The wide angle lens is also a plus! All in all it really depends on what you want out of the camera. Hope this helps!
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Why do you say " that the SX10IS will be better for photos" when this is the bottom line of the review you link: Canon's PowerShot SX1 IS has justifiably become one of the most talked-about super-zoom cameras on the market today. It takes the already capable PowerShot SX10 IS with its powerful 20x zoom and articulated screen, but swaps the sensor for a CMOS version which can deliver both HD video recording and fast continuous shooting. As such, the SX1 IS becomes the latest and arguably one of the best hybrid cameras to date, delivering 10 Megapixel stills at up to 4fps with a decent degree of manual control, along with Full HD video in the 1080p format. The SX1 IS is more than just the SX10 IS with HD and fast continuous shooting though. Canon's also fitted an HDMI port to deliver quality output to an HDTV, supplied an infra red remote control to make those HD slideshows even more convenient, and swapped both the viewfinder and screen for wider 16:9 shaped models to better-suit the HD video mode. There's also a digital teleconverter option which can double the reach of the lens without any loss of quality when filming video. The lens motor is also the improved silent mechanism used on higher end cameras and comes with RAW without need to update firmware (my additional comments...the only downside I see is the lower resolution viewfinder but I rarely use viewfinders any more anyway).
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Bill,I can vouch for the Flip Ultra that looks good on TV so I would think the HD version looks even better. I was comparing this camcorder with Kodak's new HD Zi6. I think that it can record at 60 frames per second instead of 30. It would be good if anyone has seen a comparison of the two to share on this forum.Mike
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I have looked at Snapshot's review and D5200 wins here: Low Noise at High ISO 1,284 | Great image quality 84.0 (vs 81.0 D3200) | Full HD 1080p @ 60fps | Great color depth 24.2 bits (vs 24.1 bits) $497 vs $319 (D3200 @24.1MP high true resolution & Wide dynamic range @13.2EV)LyubakaVideo is on YouTube and Instagram
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My original Cannon camera was a few month old when it was melted in our house fire. When I went to replace it the camera shop said it was obsolete already due to new better models. Bought a SD 3500IS Digital Elph. Has a three inch touch screen with 14.1 mega pixels. It is a great camera and takes great pics. Use it on a Swaroski spotting scope with an adaptor for long range wildlife shots. I have to zero in on my subjects looking thru the three inch screen viewfinder. Could not ask for better.
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Hi, I am just an amateur photographer but, if it helps here is some info on the Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS. I will "assume" that the HS in the model number refers to High Speed and the specs lean in that direction. The 330 HS has a shutter speed of 1/2000th of a Second, the sensitivity has an Auto mode and manual of the ISO from 80 to 6400 in 1 step increments, there is a Hi-Speed Burst mode. In the Hi-Speed Burst mode the recording pixels are 1984x1488. The shutter speeds are sensitivity ranges are Not as great as some of the digital ie., DSLR's. I am still experimenting with my new camera and have not as yet taken a picture specifically requiring "Hi Speeds". Maybe someone more professional can translate the specs into your specific requirements . Good luck and I hope this helps. JH
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I'd prefer the 330 HS -- because I don't trust touchscreens. However, I don't own either at the moment. I'm shopping for a replacement for a damaged 300 HS, and the 330 HS appears to be a similar camera with some nice upgrades. The differences in megapixels and zoom range are really minor. It's doubtful that you'd notice any significant diffs.
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I don't own the camera but the battery I think lasts more than that. But I would like to add that the 10 minutes limit is on the video itself. Canon SX1 IS has limit of 4GB per video - which comes out to be 10 minutes of 1080p video at 30fps. This was a big turn off for me.If Canon didn't impose this limit, nobody would buy their expensive (~ $1000) HD camcorders like HF S 100 which shoots 1080p video and 8 megapixel stills.
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I started with the SX260 but after a few days sent it back and got the 280. I was very pleased with the performance of the 260, but 280 even better.But yes, there is a problem with video as others have mentioned Canon put out a firmware fix that did the job on many cameras, but not mine. I contacted Canon Support and they told me to send it to the service center. I did, and got a message saying they are not fixing the 280, they are replacing it. Sent me a new camera. No charge. Very fast service. No more than 10 calendar days between my taking the camera to UPS and getting another in my hands. And very good communication from the canon service center keeping me informed. I started with the SX260 but after a few days sent it back and got the 280. I was very pleased with the performance of the 260, but 280 even better.But yes, there is a problem with video as others have mentioned Canon put out a firmware fix that did the job on many cameras, but not mine. I contacted Canon Support and they told me to send it to the service center. I did, and got a message saying they are not fixing the 280, they are replacing it. Sent me a new camera. No charge. Very fast service. No more than 10 calendar days between my taking the camera to UPS and getting... » Read More I started with the SX260 but after a few days sent it back and got the 280. I was very pleased with the performance of the 260, but 280 even better.But yes, there is a problem with video as others have mentioned Canon put out a firmware fix that did the job on many cameras, but not mine. I contacted Canon Support and they told me to send it to the service center. I did, and got a message saying they are not fixing the 280, they are replacing it. Sent me a new camera. No charge. Very fast service. No more than 10 calendar days between my taking the camera to UPS and getting another in my hands. And very good communication from the canon service center keeping me informed. « Show Less
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I haven't heard or seen any of that. This is not an HD camera at all. The newest version on banggood includes a 720p camera. You can't tell by looking at the unit. You have to look at the box. It will have a sticker on it stating 720p
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If I am not mistaken it has the option to change to 1080p. One thing I can say about the camera is the the video quality on 720p is outstanding.
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So glad I found this post as I'm in the same boat and just printed out the specs on both cameras. I'm curious as to which camera you ended up getting and how you like it? My original intent was to upgrade from my Canon Powershot due to a long lag time in between being able to shoot the next picture now that my kids are in sports, but I would still like clear nice pictures. What did you get and how do you like it?
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According to the specifications, the Sony camera shoots HD video at 1440x1080. To me, that's a bit of a joke; who has a 4x3 1080p monitor? If you want 1080p widescreen, I don't see why you'd touch the Sony DSC-HX1. The Sony does seem to have some nice features in terms of shooting very rapid stills.I agree with the other comments; Sony's proprietary lockin on memory sticks and formats is a huge turnoff for me. Your mileage may vary.
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Canon discontinued this camera? I thought it came out last year and was the top camera to buy in its category? I am personally very dissapointed in the quality of the video and regret buying this camera.
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I'd prefer the 330 HS -- because I don't trust touchscreens.However, I don't own either at the moment. I'm shopping for a replacement for a damaged 300 HS, and the 330 HS appears to be a similar camera with some nice upgrades.The differences in megapixels and zoom range are really minor. It's doubtful that you'd notice any significant diffs.
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Who knows, I also see a lot of complaints about the newer Powershots. Maybe Canon is cramming too many megapixels in their newer cameras. My cousin owns the SD940is and loves it. I own the SD1100is and I can't complain about the pictures it takes. I would take some of those negative complaints with a grain of salt though. I think as long as you don't expect DSLR quality prints out of a Powershot then you'll be fine. I can't imagine giving a Powershot a 1 star review, maybe if it was dead on arrival or the battery exploded inside the camera. Maybe Canon is resting on its laurels a bit. Do some research before you buy a camera to avoid disappointment.